Skip to main contentA logo with &quat;the muse&quat; in dark blue text.
ZS

Travel Professional

Chicago, IL

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on transforming global healthcare and beyond, our most valuable asset is our people. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping solutions from start to finish. At ZS, we believe that making an impact demands a different approach; and that's why here your ideas elevate actions, and here you'll have the freedom to define your own path and pursue cutting-edge work. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business including portfolio strategy, customer insights, research and development, operational and technology transformation, marketing strategy and many more. If you dare to think differently, join us, and find a path where your passion can change lives.

Want more jobs like this?

Get Data and Analytics jobs delivered to your inbox every week.

Select a location
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy.


Our most valuable asset is our people.

At ZS we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are and

make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are part of your success here. Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces, obtaining the resources they need to thrive, and sharing the messages they are passionate about. Learn more

ZS' Corporate Support teams operate the firm's core internal enterprise functions. Our global teams comprise team-oriented, pragmatic and results-driven people who thrive in a challenging work environment. Our people come from diverse backgrounds but share a passion for quality customer service and dedication-whether our customer is a client or another ZS employee.

Travel ProfessionalWe seek an experienced and organized Travel and Meetings Professional. This position provides global travel program support and managing stakeholder relationships both within ZS and the corporate travel industry. The position reports to the Coordinator- Meetings and Travel.

Responsibilities:

    • Maintain travel vendor relationships through consistent communication with the goal of fostering strong and mutually beneficial partnerships;
  • Be a single point of contact for internal teams (administrative assistants and consultants) to learn about the travel program, ask travel related questions and assist with making informed and sound decisions relating to business travel;
    • Manage travel perks and credits across airline and rental car company corporate programs, aiming to be judicious but also striving to improve travel experience and productivity
    • Conduct an annual hotel RFP (request for proposal) in coordination with EU based Travel and Meetings Professional on behalf of ZS's global program
    • Audit ZS's global travel and expense policy on an annual basis in coordination with EU based Travel and Meetings Professional and Finance
    • Manage Meetings and Travel intranet site
    • Coordinate with the internal meetings team to manage ground transportation manifests, hotel room blocks and book travelers on preferred vendors;
    • Attend trainings as necessary with preferred vendors;
    • Maintain expertise knowledge of the corporate travel industry, such as fare classes with various airlines;
    • Co-Manage Travel Email Inbox
    • Adhoc projects, report creation and other data analysis exercises as assigned

Qualifications:

  • College diploma required;
  • Up to three (3) years relevant work experience as a Travel Professional required, preferably in a professional services environment;
  • Background in HTM desirable;
  • Computer fluency with MSOffice (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook), SAP, Chrome River, online booking tools desirable;
  • Strong oral and written communication skills;
  • Professional demeanor with ability to exercise good judgment and discretion;
  • Attention to detail, dependability/punctuality;
  • Intrinsic motivation and a passion to make an impact not only their work but also on those around them;
  • Proactive self-starter with ability to manage a wide variety of tasks and meet deadlines;
  • Experience working both independently and with a team in a demanding environment;
  • Positive outlook and sense of humor appreciated.

Perks & Benefits:

ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we're building a diverse and inclusive company where people bring their passions to inspire life-changing impact in global healthcare and beyond. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize the value that candidates with all backgrounds, including non-traditional ones, bring. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements listed above.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

To Complete Your Application:

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment.

ZS is committed to providing and maintaining a safe workplace. In order to keep its employees safe, ZS recommends that all its employees and contractors be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Proof of vaccination can be voluntarily provided upon acceptance of offer of employment.

NO AGENCY CALLS, PLEASE.

Find Out More At:

www.zs.com

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL, USA; Evanston, IL, USA
Job ID: ZS-19791
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)